Pangangamba (en. Anxiety)

/paŋaŋˈɡamba/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A state of worry or fear that might result from a situation or event.
She feels a sense of anxiety before speaking in front of an audience.
Damdamin ng pangangamba ang nararamdaman niya bago ang kanyang pagsasalita sa harap ng madla.
The cause of worry or fear.
Worry about the future is normal for most people.
Ang pangangamba sa hinaharap ay normal sa karamihan ng tao.
A feeling of unrest caused by fear or concerns.
Anxiety causes stress and adverse health conditions.
Nagdudulot ang pangangamba ng stress at hindi magandang kalagayan sa kalusugan.

Etymology

from the root 'kaba' meaning fear or worry

Common Phrases and Expressions

anxiety about the future
Worrying about possibilities in the forthcoming time.
pangangamba sa hinaharap
health anxiety
Worry or fear regarding a person's health.
pangangamba sa kalusugan

Related Words

nervousness
A state of anxiety or nervousness.
nerbiyos
stress
A response to life's challenges or threats.
stress

Slang Meanings

fear or feeling anxious
I have anxiety about the results of my exam later.
May pangangamba ako sa resulta ng exam ko mamaya.
to feel uneasy
There might be an issue, so I'm feeling uneasy about what you're insisting.
Baka magka-issue, kaya kabahan ako sa ginigiit mo.
nervousness
I'm nervous when my interview comes.
Nerbiyos ako pag dumating na ang interview ko.